Cordia · 1 day ago
Project Development Manager - WEST
California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCordia is a trusted provider of sustainable energy solutions, seeking a Project Development Manager to oversee the development of complex energy infrastructure transactions. This role involves managing relationships with stakeholders, structuring energy solutions, and leading negotiations for long-term contracts.
EnergySustainabilityPower Grid
Hiring Manager
Lydia Marcilionis
Responsibilities
Advance customer opportunities, with an initial emphasis on customers in sectors such as higher education, healthcare, real estate, industrial, and related industries
Engage directly with potential customers to evaluate energy goals and structure transactions aligned with their operational, financial, and sustainability priorities in mind
Develop and structure energy solutions that meet the Cordia risk and return criteria
Lead negotiations for PPAs, ESAs, and other complex contracts, ensuring terms meet client expectations while delivering company growth targets
Communicate with decision makers and other potential customer representatives to develop positive relationships to secure the sale of the company’s offerings
Provide technical sales support and coordination, both internally and externally
Progress commercial efforts by coordinating developing and presenting concepts and preliminary technical findings, at various stages of the project development process, whether in written form or in oral presentation format
Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of project development involving a wide variety of technologies and involving multi-discipline project staff
Manage and/or participate in the production and coordination of several projects concurrently
Work closely with the Cordia’s engineering, operations, and Finance personnel to develop project scopes, costs, savings, schedule, and financial expectations including leading a presentation to the Cordia’s investment committee prior to the submittal of a project proposal
Represent Cordia at key client meetings, industry events, and conferences to expand visibility and strengthen brand presence
Travel as needed to meet with customers and support broader business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred
5+ years of experience in project development, or business development within district energy, distributed generation, power generation, oil & gas, or other energy infrastructure
Demonstrated success leading multi-million-dollar energy or infrastructure transactions with ability to navigate complex organizational structures and procurement processes
Familiarity with outcome-based, consultative selling practices and solutions in healthcare, higher education, or industrial market
Past experience with district energy, central utility systems, or on-site power generation a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling tools
Experience with CRMs, SalesForce experience is preferred
Experience with financial and economic modeling of energy projects
Past experience developing energy infrastructure projects
Working knowledge of U.S. electricity markets and utility rate structures
Proven ability to negotiate and close complex agreements (ESAs, PPAs, LOI, MOUs)
Preferred
MBA preferred
SalesForce experience is preferred
Benefits
Annual performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, paid time off, and paid holidays
Hybrid work schedule with flexible work schedules for onsite and remote work
Company
Cordia
Cordia is a sustainable energy solutions provider supplying thermal heating and cooling through steam and chilled water.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-06-01Seed
Leadership Team
Earl Collins
Chief Executive Officer
Jacob Graff
Chief Operations Officer
Recent News
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2026-01-20
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